Which diseases of cats can be transmitted to humans?

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Cats can transmit several zoonotic diseases to humans. Here are some of the most common ones:

  1. Cat Scratch Disease (CSD): Caused by the bacterium Bartonella henselae, CSD is typically transmitted through scratches or bites from infected cats. Symptoms in humans include swollen lymph nodes, fever, and fatigue¹.
  2. Toxoplasmosis: This disease is caused by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, which can be transmitted through contact with cat feces. It can cause flu-like symptoms in healthy individuals but can be severe for pregnant women and immunocompromised individuals³.
  3. Ringworm: A fungal infection that can be spread through direct contact with an infected cat’s skin or fur. It causes a red, itchy, ring-shaped rash on the skin³.
  4. Rabies: Although rare, cats can transmit rabies through bites. Rabies is a serious viral disease that affects the nervous system and is almost always fatal once symptoms appear².
  5. Campylobacteriosis: Caused by Campylobacter bacteria, this disease can be transmitted through contact with cat feces. It leads to gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhea, cramping, and fever⁵.

Practicing good hygiene, such as washing hands after handling cats and their litter, and keeping cats indoors can help reduce the risk of these diseases¹³⁵.

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Source:
(1) Zoonotic Disease: What Can I Catch from My Cat?. https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/zoonotic-disease-what-can-i-catch-my-cat.
(2) How are cat diseases transmitted? – BetterVet. https://bettervet.com/resources/pet-diseases/how-are-cat-diseases-transmitted.
(3) 10 Diseases Humans Can Get From Cats (Vet Answer). https://www.catster.com/ask-the-vet/diseases-humans-can-get-from-cats/.
(4) Cats | Healthy Pets, Healthy People | CDC – Centers for Disease Control …. https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-pets/about/cats.html.
(5) Zoonoses Associated with Cats – Washington State University. https://iacuc.wsu.edu/zoonoses-associated-with-cats/.